Well, I finally pulled the trigger on a PCNC 1100 with PDB and 4th axis. I chose not to buy a cad/cam package at this time. I just know that much about them and I already know G code (at least I did six years ago). I really liked the new Novakons, but I have more confidence in Tormach. I also have a Lagun knee mill which has served me well. IMO, its an amazing machine. I say this having cut my teeth on a BP. I'm a little worried about such a light weight machine and whether I will have rigidity problems. From reading this forum, lack of rigidity doesn't seem to be a problem, still ... Anyway, delivery is expected on the 13th or 14th. That's how I like to do business. I pay for a product and the vendor ships it straight away. (In my case a few days delay as I paid with a personal check, but that's on me.) There's a lady named Ann Moen who works at Tormach and she has been absolutely amazing. These people know how to do business. My hat's off to them.
For anybody considering the purchase of a Tormach, I'll post my impressions after I have some time on the machine.
Thanks to all who have so patiently answered my questions. And to the U.S. citizens, please, for the sake of our country, vote tomorrow. I'm almost 74 years old and I truly believe that this is the most important election of my lifetime, if not ever.
John
For anybody considering the purchase of a Tormach, I'll post my impressions after I have some time on the machine.
Thanks to all who have so patiently answered my questions. And to the U.S. citizens, please, for the sake of our country, vote tomorrow. I'm almost 74 years old and I truly believe that this is the most important election of my lifetime, if not ever.
John